James McPake was left frustrated after Dundee’s goalless derby draw against Dundee United which left the Dark Blues bottom of the cinch Premiership.The two Tayside clubs put in a big effort with substitute Zak Rudden coming close on a couple of occasions on his debut and United striker Nicky Clark missing a terrific chance to win it for the visitors late in the game.However, with St J...Full Story »

Boss James McPake admitted his main objective was to reach the fifth round of the Scottish Cup after a workmanlike performance saw Dundee come out on top at League One Dumbarton.A 63rd-minute penalty from Leigh Griffiths was the difference between the two sides, ensuring the Dark Blues ended a barren run of six defeats in a row.McPake said: “First and foremost, it was about getting through...Full Story »

Dundee boss James McPake has branded Jason Cummings’ behaviour as completely unacceptable after the forward was left out of the squad to face Hearts for disciplinary reasons.The Dark Blues were severely depleted for their game at Dens Park with several players missing because of injury and suspension.Despite that, Cummings was also missing after appearing on stage as “The Joker&rdquo...Full Story »

St Johnstone midfielder Cammy MacPherson is facing a spell on the sidelines with a groin problem.Craig Bryson is available after suspension, while attackers Glenn Middleton and Stevie May are both in contention to return after their recent lay-offs.Murray Davidson could miss out with a knock, while David Wotherspoon is absent with a knee problem.Defender Jack MacKenzie is back fit and available ...Full Story »

Dundee boss James McPake felt his side could have made their 1-0 victory over St Johnstone more comfortable.The Dark Blues had lost seven straight games in a row to their Tayside rivals prior to this contest but finally triumphed thanks to a solitary first-half Danny Mullen goal.The victory over Callum Davidson’s side saw Dundee leapfrog Saints up to ninth in the cinch Premiership table.Ma...Full Story »

James McPake dedicated Dundee’s convincing cinch Premiership win over Motherwell to club great Doug Cowie.Cowie, who has died aged 95, was the club’s record appearance holder in a glittering career at Dens Park.Manager McPake admitted he spoke of Cowie before the game with his players responding in the right manner, scoring two goals in the first half through Luke McCowan and Danny M...Full Story »

On-loan St Johnstone midfielder Cammy MacPherson is ineligible to face parent club St Mirren on Saturday but Liam Craig returns from suspension.Murray Davidson is back to fitness after being left on the bench last weekend, while Lars Dendoncker is available to return to the squad after a groin problem.Callum Davidson will make a late call on whether to restore Shaun Rooney and David Wotherspoon ...Full Story »

Dundee manager James McPake accused Hearts counterpart Robbie Neilson of unnecessarily “stoking the fire” with his comments ahead of their 1-1 draw at Tynecastle.Neilson this week stated his players should remember Dundee’s contentious and crucial role in the vote that ultimately sent Hearts down in 2020 and added: “I think there will be a good atmosphere on the day, let&...Full Story »

Dundee boss James McPake insists his players need to be more clinical after drawing 0-0 with Livingston at Dens Park.The Dark Blues are still looking for their maiden cinch Premiership win of the season while Livi picked up their first point.McPake handed a start to on-loan Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths, with the 31-year-old having opportunities but could not find a way past Livi keeper Max Str...Full Story »

Huge brand name boost for the Ligue 1 club Lionel Messi on the day of his presentation as a Paris Saint-Germain player. Paris Saint-Germain's brand name has already received a huge boost due to Lionel Messi's arrival to the Ligue 1 club, following his move on a free transfer from Barcelona in the summer. Shirts with Messi's name on the back were sold out straight after the Argentine put pen t...Full Story »

James McPake lavished praise on his Dundee players after they beat Motherwell 1-0 in the Premier Sports Cup at Dens Park.Just a week ago, the Dark Blues suffered a devastating 6-0 defeat in the Scottish Premiership at Celtic Park.However, McPake’s men bounced back strongly against the Steelmen to edge through to the quarter-finals of the cup thanks to a late Lee Ashcroft goal.McPake said: ...Full Story »

Dundee boss James McPake expressed his pride in his players after they salvaged a 2-2 draw against St Mirren at Dens Park.The Buddies twice took the lead through Eamonn Brophy and Jamie McGrath, but both times they were pegged back thanks to a Joe Shaughnessy own goal and a strike from substitute Jason Cummings.The newly promoted home side finished the game with 10 men after Max Anderson receive...Full Story »

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen was taken to a hospital Saturday after collapsing on the field during a match at the European Championship, leading to the game being suspended for more than 90 minutes. UEFA said Eriksen has been stabilized, and the Danish football federation said he was awake. "Christian Eriksen is awake and is undergoing further examinations at Rigshospitalet," the Danis...Full Story »

ARSENAL’S move for Sporting Lisbon striker Tiago Tomas hangs in the balance after failing to qualify for Europe. The Gunners have been in talks with the Portuguese side for months to prize away the 18-year-old this summer. Sporting Lisbon whizkid Tiago Tomas has been monitored by Arsenal for months and already has two Portugal Under-21 caps However, Sporting are determined not to see th...Full Story »

Prior to setting off to watch Ronaldo compete for Juventus in the Coppa Italia final against Atalanta on Wednesday, she could not resist a shot of her holding the Sporting banner. Dolores shared the image of her with the Sporting Lisbon flag Credit: Instagram @doloresaveiroofficial Dolores shared another photo of her with her son ahead of the Coppa Italia final Credit: Instagram @doloresaveiro...Full Story »

Dundee boss James McPake expressed his delight after his side progressed to the Premiership play-off final despite losing to Raith Rovers at Dens Park.The Dark Blues had won the first leg of the semi-final 3-0 on Wednesday at Stark’s Park to give Raith a mountain to climb.Rovers rose to the challenge, taking the lead through Lewis Vaughan, but just could not find more goals with Dundee now...Full Story »

The mother of Juventus striker Cristiano Ronaldo admits he's aiming to bring him home to Sporting CP. Ronaldo started his professional career with the Verde e Brancos, before he moved to Manchester United in August 2003. The Portuguese great has just over a year to run on his Juve deal and is considering his options. And with Sporting CP preparing for the Champions League in 2021-22, his mo...Full Story »

James McPake warned his Dundee side they had only done “half a job” in their Premiership play-off semi-final after a stunning 3-0 victory over Raith Rovers.The Dens Park boss is adamant the “job is nowhere near done” as they bid to move a step closer to a return to the top-flight.Goals either side of the break from Jordan McGhee – both from magnificent Charlie Adam ...Full Story »